A review of The Griffin Razor by Shaveology. It’s a generously and beautifully chromed three-piece razor with a non-slip handle.  I’m not sure how they accomplished this non-slip quality. I call it a “micro-knurling,” because the knurling is very fine.  It feels smooth when dry but appears to give more grip as it gets wet. […]

Once you switch to wet shaving with a safety razor, it becomes such a pleasure, you’ll want to test drive as many razors as possible. And, that’s pretty much what I’ve been doing. The above unboxing video shows my latest acquisition. The Griffin Safety Razor by Shaveology promises to be a very nice shaving instrument. […]

It’s been more than six months since I came back to wet shaving with a traditional safety razor. I’ve gone completely old school and could not be happier with my decision.  Not only am I getting a great shave, but the process, overall, has been healthier and I’m saving some serious coin.  Our dads and […]

The RazoRock Mission 3-Piece Double Edge Safety Razor has an extremely attractive appearance. The Chroming is simply lovely and top-notch. It has good weight, heft, and balance. Overall, the razor looks much more expensive than the price listed. However, I immediately noticed two things during my first use. One, although blade alignment was pretty accurate, […]

I ventured into looking at bargain razors.  These are razors that ocst under 15 to 20 dollars.  Are they worth it?  Well, yes and no.  In the above video, I look review the Classic Samurai razor (Model Number CS-202). The photo of the CS-202 Classic Samurai on amazon.com is a bit deceptive. From the photo, […]

When you first open the container of Black Ocean Shaving Cream, you’re transported to a warm summer’s day. A cool ocean breeze washes over you. THAT’S the heart of the fragrance! The product is perfectly named. The scent is fresh and clean, but not at all overpowering. Crack it open, stand beside the ocean’s door, […]

A top-shelf silvertip badger shaving brush can cost upwards of $150.00.  How would you feel if you could get a similar shaving brush for a fraction of that cost and still have the same soft, luxurious silvertip feel?   Well, Vikings Blade’s White Knight synthetic brush does just that!   It brings you all the softness […]

Why wait for Black Friday? Hurry! Visit your local Trader Joe’s to get this great gift for the Wet Shaver in your life! This is a limited item for the holiday season. Once they’re gone, they’re gone! And my Local Trader Joe’s was already seeing this item fly off the shelves. And, at an unbelievable […]

Razor blades are sharp. You need to handle them carefully. Luckily, a safety razor allows you to use a razor blade safely and efficiently. However, for the first-time user, loading a blade can be bit daunting and intimidating. Butterfly safety razors are the easiest to load.  Just twist the bottom of the handle, the double […]

Wet shaving is more than a necessary chore guys do every morning. Some guys embrace it as a hobby.  They seek out and find vintage razors and brushes.  They spend hours restoring them. Well, I just might do the same.  I found my late father’s old shaving brush (it has got to be every bit […]